Montz, LA to Bossier City, LA is 305.9 miles and takes about 5h 44m via Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway and I 10, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It offers a mixed drive experience, meaning you'll encounter different types of roads rather than a single monotonous stretch. With a recommended one-day drive, this route is a straightforward option for getting between these two points efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
153 miles from Montz, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
186.3 mi
3h 10m
I 10
54.2 mi
59m
State Route 1
49 mi
1h 2m
North Lobdell Highway
3.6 mi
4m
East 5th Street
3.5 mi
8m
Belle Terre Boulevard
2.2 mi
3m
River Road
1.8 mi
4m
Purple Heart Recipients Highway
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
— 186.3 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montz, LA and Bossier City, LA.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi·38 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto LA 628
1.8 mi·4 min·River Road
3
Continue on LA 628
3.5 mi·8 min·East 5th Street
4
Turn right onto LA 3224
0.2 mi·39 sec·Hemlock Street
5
Turn left onto US 61
0.3 mi·28 sec·West Airline Highway
6
Turn right onto LA 3188
2.2 mi·3 min·Belle Terre Boulevard
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
8
Merge onto I 10
50 mi·55 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
3.9 mi·4 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 151Toward LA 415: LobdellUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
317 ft·7 sec
Toward LA 415: LobdellUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto LA 415
3.6 mi·4 min·North Lobdell Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Merge onto US 190; LA 1
49 mi·1 hr 2 min·State Route 1
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria
15
Merge onto I 49; US 167
186 mi·3 hr 10 min·Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 20 East: Monroe
18
Merge onto I 20
1.5 mi·2 min·Purple Heart Recipients Highway
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Traffic Street
20
Continue on Barksdale Boulevard
0.2 mi·36 sec·Barksdale Boulevard
21
Turn left onto Monroe Street
78 ft·2 sec·Monroe Street
22
Arrive at destination
Monroe Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 44m estimated drive time, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to ensure you have ample daylight. The $46 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 186.3 miles on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. While this is a manageable one-day trip, consider breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace. Having only one recommended stop suggests you can be flexible with your timing and choose a rest point that suits you best.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153 miles from Montz, LA, or about 3h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 67 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153 miles or 3h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bossier City, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montz, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montz, LA
This is one driving day of about 305.9 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Montz, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway for about 186.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 302.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
6 mi into trip|~14m in|LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
59.4 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
63.3 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
7
63.6 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward LA 415: Lobdell
6
302.9 mi into trip|~5h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20: Dallas, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.20 one way
$92.40 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg107 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$50.71
$101.43
premium
$4.56
$54.91
$109.81
diesel
$5.61
$67.54
$135.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91.8
1
$32.12
$14.68
Efficient EV
76.5
0
$26.77
$12.24
EV Truck/SUV
122.4
1
$42.83
$19.58
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Montz, LA
Morning
in Montz on Tuesday
Local time
7:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Mostly Cloudy
NE 15 mph58% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Bossier City, LA
Morning
in Bossier City on Tuesday
Local time
7:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
NE 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
83°F
Broussard, LA
153 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 44m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cane River Creole National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells the...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 221.5
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed drive profile, with 34% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 186.3 miles on the Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, offering a longer, more continuous road experience before transitioning to other routes. The road character shifts throughout the 5h 44m duration, providing a varied driving experience that breaks up the potential monotony of a pure interstate journey. Expect a combination of faster highway sections and potentially more local road driving.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 186.3 mi on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 305.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.4 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Bossier City is the second-largest city in Northern Louisiana and the largest city in Bossier Parish. Home to Barksdale Air Force Base, which hosts several Air Force commands, as well as the backup landing site of Air Force One, Bossier City's recent history revolves largely around the U.S. military. In addition, most of the casinos in the Ark-La-Tex (the three-states region where Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas intersect) are within the corporate limits of Bossier City.
Top landmarks
•Bossier High School — high school in Bossier City, Louisiana, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 44m. Total distance: 305.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 186.3 miles on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bossier City, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.4 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cane River Creole National Historical Park and New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bossier City, LA before the return drive.
